How do I check the coil to see if it needs to be replaced or do you change it when you do the points anyway

Asked by Alex May 23, 2015 at 06:53 PM about the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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FordNut answered 9 years ago

It doesn't have points. Matter of fact it might have coil-on-plug, I'd have to look but breaker points have been out of use since the 70's

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FordNut answered 9 years ago

http://www.autozone.com/repairguides/Cobalt-2006-2008-G5-2007/Distributorless-Ignition-System/Ignition-Coil-Pack/_/P-0996b43f80cb16fd

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Jason answered 9 years ago

if u done the sparkplugs & wires, the car should run smooth. the coils should be ok. if you have rough idle, then start replacing them.

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